Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 105, Vol. III, January 2, 1886

Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 105, Vol. III, January 2, 1886 is a miscellaneous collection by William and Robert Chambers that captures a moment in time with its blend of stories and articles from the Victorian era. Grant Allen's "In All Shades" follows Edward Hawthorn as he wrestles with family expectations and his own desires, debating whether to embrace his family ties in Trinidad for a potential judgeship, highlighting the push and pull between ambition, duty, and the unwavering support of friendship. Alongside this story, you can find explorations of the Maldives, with its rich history and culture, and a gripping first-person account in "How I Became a Convict," plunging into one man’s grim journey through crime and punishment. You will get varied subject matter, showcasing the science, culture, and art that captivated audiences of the time.